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Avatar for Dig One Excavating, LLC
Dig One Excavating, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Trustworthy. Rob did everything he said he would do and a little bit more. Everything was well done. One task (stump grinding) took longer than he had estimated because it was a bit outside of his core experiences, but instead of hurrying through other tasks or passing the extra costs on to us he did as he said he would do without complaint. I wish more businesses operated this way."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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AJB Excavation, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andrew and his crew were very professional, came out and got to work immediately. I saw immediate results before they even completed the project. Would definitely recommend him for all things excavating, drainage (french drain &, sump pit installation) and landscaping issues."
Home site development
Home site development
Home site development
Driveway build
Home site development

+23

Response time5 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Thorpe Site Solutions
5.0(
11
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thorpe Site Solutions is hands down one of the best landscaping companies in Dayton. They completely transformed my yard with professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail. The crew showed up on time, worked hard, and made sure everything was perfect before finishing. They also did a thorough cleanup, leaving the property spotless. If you’re looking for top-quality landscaping in Dayton, I highly recommend Thorpe Site Solutions!"
Driveway Repair
Driveway Repair
Home Edition
Home Edition
Home Edition

+5

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hughes Contractors
5.0(
18
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I use Hughes contractors weekly for many different excavation and concrete projects. They always do a great job and are a pleasure to work with! Highly recommended."
Excavating Project
Backfilled, finish graded, Seeded and matting
Concrete Sidewalk & Steps
Clearing and Grubbing
Clearing and Grubbing

+49

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Five Guys Property Maintenance
4.2(
81
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We hired Five Guys to come out and rebuild our deck add lattice work around it the deck and the shed and paint everything and rebuild one of the steps to the deck and install a pergola they did an awesome job they worked in freezing cold weather strong winds I am very satisfied with the work they have done"
Lawn Care
Huber Heights Pool Deck
Troy Remodel
Troy Exterior Remodel After
Troy Before

+15

Response time8 hrs
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Kelley Bros Utility
5.0(
8
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in excavation, land clearing, grading, gravel, and underground utilities.

Gallery
P&G Elevator Project
P&G Elevator Project
Utility install
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lamb Brothers Trucking & Excavating LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Lamb Brothers Trucking & Excavating LLC is a leader providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.\n \nWe look forward to working with you!

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

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